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ETHOXYDIGLYCOL

Ethoxydiglycol is used to make soaps, dyes, and other chemicals.
Ethoxydiglycol is a widely used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.
Ethoxydiglycol is used superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations.

CAS Number: 111-90-0
EC Number: 203-919-7
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Molecular Formula: C6H14O3 / CH3CH2OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH
Molecular Weight: 134.17 g/mol

SYNONYMS:
APV, DECS, dowanol, dioxitol, Carbitol, diglycol, solvolsol, transcutol, dowanol de, ethyl digol, poly-solv de, ektasolve de, o-ethyldigol, Ethyl Carbitol, ethoxy diglycol, 2-Ethoxyethoxy, losungsmittel apv, 3,6-dioxa-1-octanol, 3,6-Dioxa-1-octanol, 3,6-Dioxa-1-oktanol, 3,6-Dioxaoctan-1-ol, 3,6-dioxaoctan-1-ol, Carbitol cellosolve, carbitol cellosolve, aethyldiaethylenglycol, ethyl diethylene glycol, 2-(ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, 2(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, diglycol monoethyl ether, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, 1-hydroxy-3,6-dioxaoctane, 2-(beta-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, Diethylene glycol ethyl ether, 3-Oxapentane-1,5-diolethylether, 2,2'-oxybis-ethanomonoethylether, Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether, ethylene diglycol monoethyl ether, monoethyl ether of diethylene glycol, ethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-, monoethyl ether, Ethoxydiglycol, 2-(2-ETHOXYETHOXY)- ETHANOL, 2-(2-ETHOXYETHOXY)ETHANOL, DIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER, ETHANOL, 2(2ETHOXYETHOXY), ETHANOL, 2-(2-ETHOXYETHOXY)-, and ETHOXYDIGLYCOL, Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, Ethyldiglycol, Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, Ethoxydiglycol, Ethyldiglycol, Ethyl digol, Ethoxydiglycol, Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether, Trivalin SF, Unisept EDG, 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, Transcutol, Carbitol Solvent, Dioxitol, 1-hydroxy-3,6-dioxaoctane, poly-solv de, solvolsol, transcutol, 2-(beta-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, 2-(ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, o-ethyldigol, 3,6-dioxa-1-octanol, 3,6-dioxaoctan-1-ol, APV, Diethylene glycol ethyl ether, Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether, diglycol, diglycol monoethyl ether, dioxitol, Carbitol, carbitol cellosolve, dowanol, dowanol de, ektasolve de, ethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-, monoethyl ether, ethoxy diglycol, ethyl diethylene glycol, ethyl digol, Ethyl Carbitol, ethylene diglycol monoethyl ether, losungsmittel apv, monoethyl ether of diethylene glycol, 2,2'-oxydiethanol-ethoxyethane (1:1), DECS, 2(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethan-1-ol, 3,6-dioxa-1-octanol, DEGEE, diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, ethoxydiglycol, Carbitol, Carbitol Cellosolve, Transcutol, Dioxitol, Polysolv DE, Dowanal DE, Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, Ethoxydiglycol, Ethyldiglycol, Ethyl digol, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)Ethanol, Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Ether, Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether, Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (IFRA), Ethanol, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)-, Ethoxydiglycol (INCI), Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, Ethyl diglycol, DEGEE, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, Carbitol, Carbitol solvent, Ethoxyethoxyethanol, Glycol ether DE, Ethoxydiglycol DE, Ethyl diethylene glycol, 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethan-1-ol, 3,6-dioxa-1-octanol, DEGEE, diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, ethoxydiglycol, Carbitol, Carbitol Cellosolve, Transcutol, Dioxitol, Polysolv DE, Dowanol DE

Ethoxydiglycol is a small moleclar weight synthetic solvent.
Ethoxydiglycol, also known under many trade names, is the organic compound with the formula CH3CH2OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH.
Ethoxydiglycol is a colorless liquid.

Ethoxydiglycol is a popular solvent for commercial applications.
Ethoxydiglycol is produced by the ethoxylation of ethanol (CH3CH2OH).
Ethoxydiglycol is a solvent for dyes, nitrocellulose, paints, inks, and resins.

Ethoxydiglycol is a component of wood stains for wood, for setting the twist and conditioning yarns and cloth, in textile printing, textile soaps, lacquers, penetration enhancer in cosmetics, drying varnishes and enamels, and brake fluids.
Ethoxydiglycol is a solubilizer, solvent, humectant, moisturizer, and perfuming agent widely used in cosmetics and personal care products.

Ethoxydiglycol boosts the efficacy of cosmetic formulations.
Ethoxydiglycol's chemical formula is C6H14O3.
Ethoxydiglycol appears as a colorless, slightly viscous liquid with a mild pleasant odor.

Flash point of Ethoxydiglycol is near 190 °F.
Ethoxydiglycol is a primary alcohol that is ethanol substituted by a 2-ethoxyethoxy group at position 2.
Ethoxydiglycol has a role as a protic solvent.

Ethoxydiglycol is a diether, a primary alcohol, a hydroxypolyether and a glycol ether.
Ethoxydiglycol is functionally related to a diethylene glycol.
Ethoxydiglycol is also known as diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, is an ether that also has an alcohol group in it.

In other words, Ethoxydiglycol is also known as ethoxylated alcohol.
Ethoxydiglycol is a clear, colorless liquid with a fruity odor.
Ethoxydiglycol also known as diethylene glycol monethyl ether, is a cosmetic grade solvent that conforms to the current USP/NF monographs.

Ethoxydiglycol is particularly appropriate for skin care preparations where it acts as an excellent solvent and carrier.
Its solubility in ethanol, propylene glycol, vegetable oils, water, and butylene glycol makes Ethoxydiglycol a valuable solvent or co-solvent which can be used in hydrophilic or lipophilic phases.

Ethoxydiglycol is a colorless to pale yellow hygroscopic liquid with a mild ethereal odor.
Ethoxydiglycol is considered a safe, well-tolerated synthetic solvent that helps improve the function, penetration, and texture of skin care products.

Ethoxydiglycol’s particularly popular in sunless tanning products due to the way it facilitates smooth spreading and minimizes streaking.
Ethoxydiglycol can also be found in numerous other personal care products ranging from skin care serums to hair dyes.
When used in skin care products, Ethoxydiglycol is known to help key ingredients absorb more effectively.

Ethoxydiglycol also goes by the name diethylene glycol monoethyl ether.
As a raw material, Ethoxydiglycol appears as a clear liquid and is water soluble.

In 2013, the European Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety concluded that the use of ethoxydiglycol does not pose a risk in leave-on cosmetic formulations at a maximum concentration of 2.6% “taking into account the other uses previously assessed (10% in rinse-off products, 7.0% in oxidative and 5% in non-oxidative hair dye formulation).”

Ethoxydiglycol, also known by its chemical name 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol or under the trade names such as Carbitol, Transcutol, and others, is a solvent belonging to the glycol ether family.
Ethoxydiglycol is a clear, colourless liquid with a mild odour and is miscible with water, alcohols, and many organic solvents.

Ethoxydiglycol also known as diethylene glycol monethyl ether is a solvent, penetration enhancer, solubilizer, and humectant.
Ethoxydiglycol is odorless liquid used mainly as a superior solubilizer and efficacy booster due to its ability to make ingredients penetrate the skin better.

Ethoxydiglycol is non-irritating, non-penetrating, and non-comedogenic when applied to the skin.
The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) concludes Ethoxydiglycol to be safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.
Ethoxydiglycol is a colourless liquid primarily utilised in cosmetic formulations for its humectant, solvent, and perfuming properties.

Ethoxydiglycol can be found in a wide array of skincare products, including moisturisers, serums, fragrances, and hair colouring agents.
Ethoxydiglycol, highly purified diethylene glycol, monoethyl ether, is a clear liquid.
Ethoxydiglycol is a nice odorless liquid used mainly as a superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic active ingredients such as skincare bigshot vitamin C, self-tanning active DHA or the anti-acne gold standard, benzoyl peroxide.

Ethoxydiglycol (high purity cosmetic grade) is a solvent and carrier that is safe for use in cosmetics.
Ethoxydiglycol can act as a solvent in many substances
Ethoxydiglycol is also a safe and effective carrier for delivering various substances into the skin.

Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in water, ethanol, glycols (eg propylene glycol, butylene glycol) and other natural oils.
As with all raw materials, we always recommend wearing gloves while handling Ethoxydiglycol.
All our products are for cosmetic & personal care formulations only.

Ethoxydiglycol do not directly apply onto your skin.
Ethoxydiglycol should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate below.
Ethoxydiglycol is a solvent having Ethanol substituted with 2-Ethoxy group at position 2.

Ethoxydiglycol has similar functionality as Diethylene Glycol.
Ethoxydiglycol (Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether) is a synthetic derivative (ethoxylated) of grain alcohol (drinking alcohol; ethanol) widely used in skin and hair care applications as an excellent solvent, carrier, viscosity modifier, humectant, penetration enhancer, fragrance, etc.

The production of Ethoxydiglycol (Etoxydiglycol) occurs in several stages.
Diethers are synthesized by reacting glycol monoethers with dimethyl sulfate and by the presence of an alkylating agent in this reaction.
Ethoxydiglycol is formed by treating dimethyl ethers with ethylene oxide.

Ethoxydiglycol is a chemical that appears as a colorless, slightly viscous liquid.
Ethoxydiglycol has a slightly pleasant odor and a bitter taste.
Ethoxydiglycol's melting point is -54 °C.

Boiling Point of Ethoxydiglycol is 196 °C.
Solubility of Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in organic solvents.
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in ether, pyridine and chloroform.

Ethoxydiglycol mixes very well with water at 25 ° C.
Ethoxydiglycol has high solubility in ethyl alcohol.
Ethoxydiglycol's density is 0.9885 g/cm³ at 20 °C.

Ethoxydiglycol's viscosity is 3.85 mPas at 25 °C.
Ethoxydiglycol is a solvent for dyes, nitrocellulose, paints, inks, and resins.
Ethoxydiglycol is an organic chemical solvent of synthetic origin, primarily used in cosmetic products, and comes in the form of a clear liquid.

Previously, Ethoxydiglycol was considered very dangerous, however, in 2013 it was decided that ethoxydiglycol does not pose a risk in cosmetic products if it is contained in a concentration of up to 2.6%.

USES and APPLICATIONS of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Ethoxydiglycol is a component of wood stains for wood, for setting the twist and conditioning yarns and cloth, in textile printing, textile soaps, lacquers, penetration enhancer in cosmetics, drying varnishes and enamels, and brake fluids.
Ethoxydiglycol is used to determine the saponification values of oils and as a neutral solvent for mineral oil-soap and mineral oil-sulfated oil mixtures (giving fine dispersions in water).

Ethoxydiglycol is also widely used as a solvent in a number of cosmetics and personal care products, including face cream, deodorant, makeup, hair dye, and sunless tanner.
Ethoxydiglycol is used to make soaps, dyes, and other chemicals.

Ethoxydiglycol is a widely used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.
Ethoxydiglycol is used superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations.
Ethoxydiglycol enhances skin penetration of cosmetic actives.

Ethoxydiglycol helps repair split ends of damaged hairs.
Ethoxydiglycol improves color fixation of self-tanning products with DHA.
Due to its excellent solubilizing properties Ethoxydiglycol has application in almost every type of cosmetic product.

Add Ethoxydiglycol to formulas to the water phase.
Typical use level of Ethoxydiglycol is 1 - 10%.
Ethoxydiglycol is used for external use only.

Applications of Ethoxydiglycol: Skin & hair care products including self-tanning products, sunscreens, antiperspirants, fragrances antimicrobial soaps & nail polish removers, conditioners, hair dyes, products for blemished skin.
Ethoxydiglycol is widely used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.

Ethoxydiglycol functions as a humectant and attracts moisture from the air and draws it into your skin, it improves moisture retention in the skin, and may help other topical ingredients to perform well.
Ethoxydiglycol prevents the skin from drying and also delays the signs of aging.

Ethoxydiglycol is used at a concentration of 1-10%.
Ethoxydiglycol boosts the efficacy of certain active ingredients.
Ethoxydiglycol gives a longer-lasting and more uniform color to the hair, and also prevents split ends.

Solvents like ethoxydiglycol are used to make thinner formulations and decrease the viscosity of a formulation to make the formulation readily spreadable on the skin or hair.
Ethoxydiglycol has a strong moisturizing effect, is an emollient, is compatible with almost all existing types of formulations and is mainly used as a solvent for various active ingredients in cosmetics.

Ethoxydiglycol is used in face and body skin products as a solvent.
As an odorless solvent Ethoxydiglycol is used in the preparation of perfumes.
In nail polish removers, Ethoxydiglycol can significantly reduce the acetone content.

In hair and scalp care products, Ethoxydiglycol provides the most uniform and long-lasting coloring and effectively solves the problem of split ends.
In addition, Ethoxydiglycol can be used as a surfactant for microemulsions and significantly increases the effectiveness of active ingredients (chemical sunscreen additives, bactericidal components and aluminum chlorohydrate).

Like all enhancers, Ethoxydiglycol increases the effectiveness of active ingredients, increasing the regenerating, firming, regulating and moisturizing effects of cosmetic products several times.
Other than that, Ethoxydiglycol can also be used in hair care products where it gives a longer-lasting and more uniform coloring.

According to a manufacturer, Ethoxydiglycol might even prevent the formation of split ends.
Ethoxydiglycol is commonly used in hair coloring formulas (both semi-permanent / permanent) because it can help color Can get into the hair better

Ethoxydiglycol acts as a solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.
Ethoxydiglycol offers even distribution of the product.
Ethoxydiglycol is suitable for cosmetics, hair and skin care formulations.

Ethoxydiglycol is commonly used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.
Ethoxydiglycol is a very good solvent in many application areas due to the fact that it contains Ether, Alcohol and Hydrocarbon groups in its molecular structure.

Thanks to a potent solubilizing property, Ethoxydiglycol solves insoluble or sparingly soluble active ingredients like Sulfur or Copper Usnate while decreasing the viscosity of the formula.
In many applications, Ethoxydiglycol improves penetration levels and boosts the efficiency of active ingredients.

Ethoxydiglycol possesses outstanding safety and versatility in both water and oil-based preparations, additionally moisturizing and conditioning the skin.
In addition, Ethoxydiglycol improves skin feel, lubricating and spreading properties of the product.

In hair care applications, Ethoxydiglycol delivers long-lasting and uniform color fixation, preventing and repairing split ends.
Ethoxydiglycol is utilized in all types of skin and hair care products, including anti-acne, self-tanning, and hair conditioning preparations, as well as cleansers, antiperspirants, and soaps.

Ethoxydiglycol is used in the cosmetics industry as a penetration enhancer in skin care products to improve the texture and skin penetration of these products.
Among its highly effective properties for the skin, Ethoxydiglycol acts by ensuring better absorption of other ingredients used in cosmetic products.

Ethoxydiglycol is used as a viscosity-reducing solvent in personal care products.
Ethoxydiglycol is the active ingredient used in the production of bronzing agents to better fix the colors.
Ethoxydiglycol is used in paint production to increase the fluidity and gloss of the paint.

Ethoxydiglycol is used as a dye in the production of wood preservatives.
Ethoxydiglycol is used in the production of fast-drying paints and enamels.
In the automotive industry, Ethoxydiglycol is used as a solvent in the production of fluids used in hydraulic brake systems.

Ethoxydiglycol is used for the preparation of twist in the textile industry.
Humectant: Ethoxydiglycol maintains water content of a cosmetic both in its packaging and on the skin
Solvent: Ethoxydiglycol dissolves other substances

Perfuming: Ethoxydiglycol is used for perfume and aromatic raw materials
Ethoxydiglycol is a superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations.
Ethoxydiglycol enhances penetration of cosmetic actives, helps repair split ends, improves color fixation of self-tanning products with DHA, and many additional uses.

Due to its solubilizing properties Ethoxydiglycol has application in almost every type of cosmetic product including antiperspirants, antimicrobial soaps, nail polish removers, fragrances, conditioners, hair dyes, sunscreens, self-tanning products and products for acne prone skin.

Solvents like ethoxydiglycol are used to make thinner formulations and decrease the viscosity of a formulation to make the formulation readily spreadable on the skin or hair.
Ethoxydiglycol is a component of wood stains for wood, for setting the twist and conditioning yarns and cloth, in textile printing, textile soaps, lacquers, penetration enhancer in cosmetics, drying varnishes and enamels, and brake fluids.

Ethoxydiglycois l used to determine the saponification values of oils and as a neutral solvent for mineral oil-soap and mineral oil-sulfated oil mixtures (giving fine dispersions in water).
Ethoxydiglycol is a clear, colorless, and odorless liquid that is commonly used as a solvent in various industries, including coatings, inks, and cleaning products.

Ethoxydiglycol is also used as a coupling agent, humectant, and viscosity modifier.
Ethoxydiglycol is known for its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances, making it a versatile ingredient in many formulations.
Its low toxicity and high boiling point make Ethoxydiglycol a safe and effective choice for many applications.

Ethoxydiglycol is used as a fragrance ingredient, solvent, viscosity decreasing agent, humectant, and as a perfume base.
Ethoxydiglycol also functions as a solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, and viscosity reducer.
Ethoxydiglycol mixes easily with other ingredients and solvents.

Ethoxydiglycol helps improve the function, penetration, and texture of skin care products.
Ethoxydiglycol enhances the regenerative, smoothing, regulating, and moisturizing effects of cosmetic products.
When used in skin care products, Ethoxydiglycol is known to help other active ingredients absorb better.

Ethoxydiglycol is also widely used in self-tanning products, where it facilitates smooth application and minimizes streaking.
In hair care products (hair dyes), Ethoxydiglycol provides longer-lasting, more even color and prevents split ends.
Ethoxydiglycol is an odorless liquid used primarily for its ability to solubilize and enhance the efficacy of cosmetic active ingredients.

Ethoxydiglycol acts on key skincare elements such as vitamin C, the self-tanning active ingredient DHA and the benchmark in anti-acne products, benzoyl peroxide.
Ethoxydiglycol is a solubilizer that can be found in hair products, makeup and bath products.

Ethoxydiglycol is particularly appropriate for skin care preparations where it acts as an excellent solvent and carrier.
Ethoxydiglycol ensures even distribution of the ingredients throughout a product, to help it work better.
Its solubility in ethanol, propylene glycol, vegetable oils, water, and butylene glycol makes Ethoxydiglycol a valuable solvent or co-solvent which can be used in hydrophilic or lipophilic phases.

USE & BENEFITS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Ethoxydiglycol is an excellent solvent, which is soluble in almost any solvent and oil.
Ethoxydiglycol can also be used as a cosolvent.
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in both water-loving and oil-loving phase.

For this reason, Ethoxydiglycol is used in almost every cosmetic formulation.
Ethoxydiglycol is used commonly used as a solubilizer and in such a manner that improves product performance, so it can also be called as efficacy booster.

Ethoxydiglycol is also used as a fixative in any tanning product that contains DHA.
Ethoxydiglycol has a very beneficial effect on hair since it helps fix split ends.

Ethoxydiglycol assists in the penetration of cosmetic actives.
Ethoxydiglycol is used in hair care and skincare products, hair dyes sunscreens, fragrances, antiperspirants, products used for blemished skin, nail polish remover, self-tanning products, conditioners, and antimicrobial soaps.

PROPERTIES AND USES OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Ethoxydiglycol has several properties that make it valuable in various industrial and commercial applications:

*Solvent Properties:
Due to its excellent solubilizing power, Ethoxydiglycol is used as a solvent and coupling agent in a wide range of products, including inks, dyes, resins, and paints.
Ethoxydiglycol helps to dissolve substances that are otherwise difficult to mix.

*Low Volatility:
Ethoxydiglycol has a relatively low volatility, which makes it useful in applications where a slow evaporation rate is desired, such as in coatings, cleaning products, and as a component in hydraulic fluids.

*Cosmetics and Personal Care Products:
In the cosmetics industry, Ethoxydiglycol is utilized as a solvent for dyes and as a component in skincare products, deodorants, Reed diffusers and perfumes.
Its low toxicity and good skin compatibility make Ethoxydiglycol suitable for such applications.

BENEFITS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*Superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations
*Ethoxydiglycol enhances skin penetration of cosmetic actives
*Ethoxydiglycol helps repair split ends of damaged hairs
*Ethoxydiglycol improves color fixation of self-tanning products with DHA
*Due to its excellent solubilizing properties Ethoxydiglycol has application in almost every type of cosmetic product

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL IN COSMETICS: CHEMICAL PROFILE
The ingredient 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, also known as Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (DEGEE), is identified by its INCI name Ethoxydiglycol (CAS No. 111-90-0).
Ethoxydiglycol belongs to the glycol ethers category, which is a class of alcohols characterised by the presence of two hydroxyl groups, commonly referred to as diols.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL IS PRESENT IN;
This ingredient is present in 0.43% of cosmetics.
*Self-tanner (10.75%)
*Hair colouring (2.34%)
*Face moisturizing serum (1.47%)
*Specific hair care (0.8%)
*Classic shampoo (0.45%)

PROPERTIES OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*FRAGRANCE
Ethoxydiglycol enhances the smell of a product and / or perfumes the skin

*FRAGRANCE FUNCTIONAL
Functional ingredient (excipient) of perfume oils and / or flavours

*HUMECTANT
Ethoxydiglycol holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products

*SOLVENT
Ethoxydiglycol dissolves other substances

WHAT IS ETHOXYDIGLYCOL USED FOR?
Ethoxydiglycol is primarily used as a solvent in cosmetics to help dissolve or suspend other formulation ingredients.
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in various other solvents like ethanol, propylene glycol, and vegetable oil, due to which it is found in almost every other cosmetic product like antiperspirants, soaps, nail polish removers, fragrances, hair conditioners, etc.

*Skin care:
Ethoxydiglycol functions as a humectant and attracts moisture from the air and draws it into your skin, it improves moisture retention in the skin, and may help other topical ingredients to perform well.

Ethoxydiglycol prevents the skin from drying and also delays the signs of aging.
Ethoxydiglycol is used at a concentration of 1-10%. It boosts the efficacy of certain active ingredients like vitamin C, self-tanning active DHA, or benzoyl peroxide and is thus used in vitamin C serums

*Hair care:
Ethoxydiglycol gives a longer-lasting and more uniform color to the hair, and also prevents split ends.
Solvents like ethoxydiglycol are used to make thinner formulations and decrease the viscosity of a formulation to make the formulation readily spreadable on the skin or hair

ORIGIN OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
The ethoxylation of ethanol produces Ethoxydiglycol.
Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction in which ethylene oxide is added to a substrate.
In this case, the substrate is ethanol, a type of alcohol.

WHAT DOES ETHOXYDIGLYCOL DO IN A FORMULATION?
*Humectant
*Solvent
*Perfuming

FUNCTIONS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*Humectant
*Perfuming
*Solvent

SAFETY PROFILE OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Ethoxydiglycol is non-irritating, non-penetrating, and non-comedogenic when applied to the skin.
The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) concludes Ethoxydiglycol to be safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL AT A GLANCE:
Solvent that helps improve the penetration of other key ingredients in a skin care formula
Popular in self-tanning products due to the way Ethoxydiglycol minimizes streaks
Found in all kinds of personal care products, including deodorants and hair dyes
As a raw material Ethoxydiglycol appears as a clear liquid and is water soluble

ALTERNATIVES OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*BUTYLENE GLYCOL,
*HEXYLENE GLYCOL,
*DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL

WHAT IS IT?
Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol and Dipropylene Glycol are clear, practically colorless, liquids.
In cosmetics and personal care products, these ingredients are used in the formulation of hair and bath products, eye and facial makeup, fragrances, personal cleanliness products, and shaving and skin care products.

WHAY IS IT USED?
Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol and Dipropylene Glycol are used as solvents and viscosity decreasing agents in cosmtics and personal care products.

SCIENTIFIC FACTS:
Butylene Glycol, or 1,3-Butanediol, dissolves most essential oils and synthetic flavoring substances. Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol and Dipropylene Glycol are glycols or glycol ethers. Glycols are a class of alcohols that contain two hydroxyl groups which are also called a diols.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Molecular Formula: C6H14O3
Molar Mass: 134.17 g/mol
Density: 0.999 g/mL at 25°C (literature value)
Melting Point: -80 °C
Boiling Point: 202°C (literature value)
Flash Point: 205°F
Water Solubility: Miscible
Solubility: Miscible in acetone, benzene, chloroform, ethanol, and ether.
Vapor Pressure: 0.12 mm Hg (20 °C)
Vapor Density: 4.63 (vs air)

Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid
Color: Clear colorless
Odor: Weakly fruity; mild and characteristic.
Merck Index: 14,1800
BRN: 1736441
pKa: 14.37 ± 0.10 (Predicted)
Storage Condition: Store below +30°C.
Stability: Stable. Hygroscopic.
Sensitive: Hygroscopic
Explosive Limit: 1.8-12.2% (V)

Refractive Index: n20/D 1.427 (literature value)
MDL: MFCD00002872
CAS Number: 111-90-0
Chemical Formula: C2H5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH
Name: Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether (DE)
Appearance: Colorless and transparent liquid
Purity (GC) ≥ 99%
Distillation Range (760 mmHg °C): 198.0-205.0
Water content ≤ 0.1% (KF)
Acidity (ASH AC) ≤ %
Specific Gravity (d420): 0.9885 ± 0.005
Color ≤ (Pt-Co): 15

Boiling Point: 196°C
Melting Point: -77.7°C
Solubility: Soluble in ethyl ether,
miscible with water, ethanol, acetone, benzene
Viscosity: 3.85 mPa.s
Physical state: Liquid, clear
Color: Colorless
Odor: Not available
Melting point/freezing point: Melting point: -76°C
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 202°C (lit.)

Flammability (solid, gas): Not available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits:
Upper explosion limit: 23.5% (V),
Lower explosion limit: 1.2% (V)
Flash point: 96°C - closed cup
Autoignition temperature: Not available
Decomposition temperature: Not available
pH: Not available
Water solubility: Soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Not available
Vapor pressure: 0.16 hPa at 20°C

Density: 0.999 g/cm³ at 25°C (lit.)
Relative density: Not available
Relative vapor density: Not available
Particle characteristics: Not available
Explosive properties: Not available
Oxidizing properties: None
Other safety information: Relative vapor: 4.63 - (Air = 1.0)
INCI Nomenclature: Ethoxydiglycol
Appearance: Clear Liquid

Solubility: Soluble in Ethanol, Propylene Glycol,
Vegetable Oils, Water, Butylene Glycol
Suggested Use Levels: 1-10%
Formulating Guidelines: Add to Water Phase of Formulation
Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°F-77°F (10°C-25°C)
Shelf life: 12 months from the date of manufacture
CAS: 111-90-0
EINECS: 203-919-7
InChI: InChI=1/C4H10O3.C4H10O/c5-1-3-7-4-2-6;1-3-5-4-2/h5-6H,1-4H2;3-4H2,1-2H3
InChIKey: XXJWXESWEXIICW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

CAS Number: 111-90-0
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
EINECS/ELINCS No: 203-919-7
COSING REF No: 33802
Boiling Point: 196°C
Melting Point: -77.7°C
Solubility: Soluble in ethyl ether, miscible with water, ethanol, acetone, benzene
Viscosity: 3.85 mPa.s
Chemical Formula: C6H14O3
Molar Mass: 134.175 g·mol−1

Melting Point: −76 °C (−105 °F; 197 K)
Boiling Point: 196 to 202 °C (385 to 396 °F; 469 to 475 K)
INCI Nomenclature: Ethoxydiglycol
Appearance: Clear Liquid
Solubility: Soluble in Ethanol, Propylene Glycol, Vegetable Oils, Water, Butylene Glycol
Suggested Use Levels: 1-10%
Formulating Guidelines: Add to Water Phase of Formulation
Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°-77°F (10°-25°C)
Shelf Life: 12 months from the date of manufacture
This Product Should Be Added to a Formulation at the Recommended Usage Rate.

CAS Number: 111-90-0
EC Number: 203-919-7
Molecular Weight: 134.18 g/mol
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Density: 1.027 g/cm³ at 25°C
Boiling Point: 195–198°C
Melting Point: Not Applicable (Liquid at Room Temperature)
Flash Point: 96°C (Closed Cup)
Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohols, and many organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: 0.09 mmHg at 20°C
Refractive Index: 1.427 at 20°C

FIRST AID MEASURES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Description of first-aid measures:
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult doctor if feeling unwell.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Skin protection:
Full contact
Material: butyl-rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Latex gloves
Minimum layer thickness: 0,6 mm
Break through time: 30 min
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Hygroscopic.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .